CPSC recall 27-016, announced October 8, 2026, covers Generac Power Systems DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier Trimmer Mowers (about 42,860 units). Grass and debris can accumulate in the trimmer mowers and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards. The notice cites 19 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmer mowers immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. Recall contact: call 800-854-3194, go to drpower.com/recalls, or email recall@drpower.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model numbers are printed on a label located on the side of the product's frame.
Which products are included?
This recall involves DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier walk-behind trimmer mowers. The trimmer mowers are orange and black and have the DR Power logo on the top of the motor and on the top of the frame above the cutter head. The trimmer mowers are labeled "Premier" or "Pro" on the side of the frame. The model numbers are printed on a label located on the side of the product's frame. Recalled model numbers and product description, which include all serial numbers, are listed below. Model Number Product Description Serial Number Range T4X1076DMN DR TRIMMER PILOT 7.6 FPT DR MS All T4X1076DMNR DR TRIMMER PILOT 7.6 FPT DR MS RECON All T4X1076DMNSD DR TRIMMER PILOT 7.6 FPT DR MS SD All T4X1176DMN DR TRIMMER PILOT 7.6 FPT DR MS All T4X1176DMN-1 DR TRIMMER PILOT 7.6 FPT DR MS All T4X1176DMNR DR TRIMMER PILOT 7.6 FPT DR MS RECON All TR43076DMN DR TRIMMER PREMIER 7.6 FPT DR MS All TR43076DMNR DR TRIMMER PREMIER 7.6 FPT DR MS RECON All
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Serial numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
a label located on the side of the product's frame
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- November 2022 through July 2026
- Price paid
- $380 to $550
Why it was recalled
Grass and debris can accumulate in the trimmer mowers and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 19 reports of incidents involving the trimmer mowers catching fire, including two reports of minor injuries such as blisters on hands and feet.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled trimmer mowers immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. If consumers have concerns about installing the repair kit, contact DR Power Equipment to schedule a free repair installation from an authorized dealer.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 800-854-3194, go to drpower.com/recalls, or email recall@drpower.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Product type
- Lawn mowers
- Recall number
- 27-016
- Units
- About 42,860 (In addition, about 340 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United State, Vietnam
- Sold at / sales period
- Sold At: Ace, TSC, Bomgaars, other home improvement, hardware and independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at drpower.com from November 2022 through July 2026 for between $380 to $550.
- Importer
- Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier Trimmer Mowers
CPSC product type: Lawn Mowers, Not Specified
This recall in context
Compared with the 132 lawn mower recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 42,860 units: the 18th-largest of 116 lawn mower recalls that state a unit count. The median is 5,000 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 56 of 132 lawn mower recalls, the most common hazard among them. Burn: named in 23 of 132 lawn mower recalls.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 61 of 132 lawn mower recalls, the most common remedy.
- Brand history
- Generac Power Systems is named in 13 CPSC notices in this index, from 2006 to 2026. This recall is the most recent. The one before: Generac Power Systems DR Power PRO MAX30 30" Walk-Behind Power Lawn… (26-648, Aug 2026). 3 of them are lawn mower recalls.
- Time on sale
- About 4 years. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
DR Power Equipment toll-free at 800-854-3194 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@drpower.com or online at http://drpower.com/recalls or www.drpower.com and click "Product Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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